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The Baltimore Ravens’ season was on the brink in Week 17 against the Green Bay Packers and they needed a win to keep their playoff chances alive.
Derrick Henry was called upon to carry the load and he delivered.
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Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) celebrates in the stands after scoring a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
The star running back got the ball early and often. He scored three touchdowns in the first half, all on the ground. He started with a 3-yard score in the first quarter and followed it with a 1-yard score and another 3-yard score in the second quarter.
Henry’s fourth touchdown came in the fourth quarter. Baltimore was clinging to a 10-point lead and the veteran threw the dagger on a 25-yard touchdown run.
The Ravens won the game 41-24. Henry finished with 216 rushing yards on 36 carries.
Baltimore had to move up Henry due to injuries to offensive leader Lamar Jackson. He was absent from the match due to a back injury. Tyler Huntley replaced Jackson and finished 16 of 20 for 107 passing yards. He threw a touchdown pass to Zay Flowers in the fourth quarter.
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) scores a touchdown past Green Bay Packers cornerback Carrington Valentine (24) during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
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The Packers lost the NFC North title with the defeat, dropping it to the Chicago Bears. Green Bay was also missing a crucial part of its offense in Jordan Love.
Malik Willis got the start and did his best. He totaled 288 passing yards, one touchdown pass, 60 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. He showed tremendous heart and nearly spelled the end of the Ravens season. He did not finish the match because he injured his right shoulder.
Packers receiver Christian Watson had five catches for 113 yards and a touchdown.
The Ravens still have to hope that the Pittsburgh Steelers pull off an upset against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. But they can sleep easier knowing they did their part for at least one night while their backs were against the wall.
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Baltimore and Pittsburgh will meet in Week 18.
